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December
27
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6 Tips to Ring in the New Year in Your New Home
While many homeowners downplayed New Year's in 2020, this year will probably be bigger for a lot of families. Perhaps that's why Atlanta homes for sale have become such a popular discussion. To help you start 2022 in the best way possible, our real estate agents have compiled a quick list of ways to ring in the new year in your new (or existing) home.
- New Year's Essentials
You can't start off a New Year's celebration in your new home without some of the essentials. We're talking, of course, about party hats, noisemakers, confetti poppers, and all that jazz. It also wouldn't hurt to pick up some crazy 2022 glasses to pass out to your guests. Go to any party store or most department stores, and you'll find plenty of great selections. - Bunch of Finger Foods
If you're going to invite people over to your new home, then you should be ready to provide some food. There's no reason to create a huge smorgasbord, though. Just offer some finger foods, whether it's vegetables and dip or cheese and crackers. If you want to go a step further, whip up some finger sandwiches or go all out and grill up plenty of wings. And don't forget the champagne and cider for the New Year's toast! - Mock Midnight for Kids
In past years, some parents have created a mock midnight for their kids where they turn the clocks forward and pretend it's already time to celebrate. That probably won't work very well these days since most kids are more astute and have phones or other devices to tell them otherwise. Our advice is to either give them their own private little midnight celebration or let them stay up as late as they can and then briefly wake them just before the clock strikes. - Socialize by the Fire
If your backyard has a fire pit, New Year's is the perfect time to put it to good use. The temperature may be a bit nippy but slip on warm clothing, light up the pit (or bowl), and cozy up to the warm flames with family and friends. This is a wonderful way to socialize and enjoy the crisp night air. When it's time to toast the new year, you might even want to chuck the champagne and bring out the hot chocolate. - Slumber Party
Having a party in your new home is a fantastic idea, but you want to make sure that everyone gets home safe. When we think of slumber parties, we typically think of children, but there's no harm in making it an event for everyone. You can even suggest that the adults show up in their pajamas if they're so inclined or simply provide areas where everyone can fall asleep safely if there will be any alcohol available. - Put on Some Movies
We can't think of any New Year's movies off the top of our heads, but that doesn't mean they don't exist. Of course, it doesn't matter. Any good movie will do. If you want to keep people occupied—especially kids— create an area where movies will be playing the entire night until close to "showtime." The alternative is to set up an area where adults and children can play video games together.
The agents at Josey Young & Brady Realty are excited to help you find your new Atlanta home for the new year and beyond. If you would like more New Year's tips or are in the market for a new Atlanta home, contact us today.